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Milan need to show they can perform against tougher opposition after a string of wins against smaller sides. AC Milan will play at home looking to secure their place in the semi finals of the Coppa Italia but Atalanta stand in the way. Gian Piero Gasperini must be relishing the opportunity to spoil the party for Milan yet again but Stefano Pioli must have a response given the good form of the side since December.
Here are some key battles to look out for:
Key Battles
Striker vs Centre back
Luka Jovic vs Isak Hien
The side that faced Milan in the league has changed and for Jovic in particular - who scored in that game - the defensive unit will be unfamiliar. In goal, Carnesecchi replaces Musso, in defence Hien replaces De Roon hence Jovic will need to adapt to the changes to find the same space he did last time round. Jovic is in stellar form and needs to continue to deliver the goals to pressure his way into a consistent starting role. Milan keep getting knocked out at the quarters or earlier in rhe Coppa Italia and this needs to change. Jovic scored a first half brace last week that impacted the game and gave us control, an early goal would do the same and he is lucky to face Hien over Kolasinac. Central midfielder vs Central attacking midfielder
Tijjani Reijnders vs Teun Koopmeiners
Reijnders is the only Milan player to play 26/26 games thus far this season and this is likely taking a toll on him. This i...